Incident Type 2 Diabetes and Risk of Fracture: A Comparative Cohort Analysis Using U.K. Primary Care Records.

Gabrielle S DavieGabrielle DavieElizabeth OrtonEdward G TyrrellIrene Petersen

Published in: Diabetes care (2020)

We found no evidence to suggest a higher risk of fracture following diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. After a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, individuals should be encouraged to make positive lifestyle changes, including undertaking weight-bearing physical activities that improve bone health.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
cardiovascular disease
primary care
physical activity
glycemic control
weight loss
mental health
healthcare
insulin resistance
metabolic syndrome
body mass index
bone mineral density
hip fracture
risk assessment
adipose tissue
soft tissue
body composition
bone regeneration